State of South Carolina
REPOST Attorney II / 61014353
State of South Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Special Notice: This is a REPOST – Previous applicants need not re‑apply for this position.
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina's children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the
SC Department of Social Services
has the right job opportunity for you!
Role Overview The County Attorney II provides professional legal services and representation for assigned county offices, area adoption offices, and the regional Day Care licensing office. The position includes representation in Family Court on issues related to child protection, foster care, adoption, adult protection, and economic services.
Key Responsibilities
Represents the agency in all matters pertaining to emergency or non‑emergency removal of children and vulnerable adults, termination of parental rights, inspection warrants, in‑home protective services, permanency planning, judicial review of children or adults receiving services, and any appeals arising from such actions.
Timely prepares, files, and serves or ensures the timely filing and service of all pleadings, motions, orders, notices, rules, and other court documents related to the agency’s legal actions. Pleadings and proposed orders include all determinations required by state and federal law.
Conducts case staff meetings for the purpose of analyzing the legal status of cases and advising staff on agency legal matters. Prepares cases for court by conducting and responding to discovery, interviewing and preparing witnesses, and reviewing agency documentation and reports from other sources.
Complies with agency policy, state and federal law regarding permanency planning hearings, termination of parental rights, and the provision of notice of legal proceedings to appropriate parties.
Utilizes, or ensures the utilization of, the Legal Case Management System for legal operations and documentation of legal activity in cases.
Maintains a professional network, attends training sessions, reviews legislation, statutory changes, and case law decisions, advises staff about the law, participates in regular agency meetings, and conducts in‑house training for other staff members.
Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty/services as directed.
Qualifications A Juris Doctorate Degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and at least 18 months of experience as a practicing attorney.
Must be a member of the SC BAR.
Experience as a DSS Attorney preferred.
Application Process Resumes can be submitted in lieu of completing the online application, but all supplemental questions are required and must be completed for the application to be considered. This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; however, it shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of the application. If such is submitted, the application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able and willing to drive, transport children and adults, and lift children. Must be able to interact with children and adults in a positive manner. If, by completion and submission of this application, you certify that you possess educational credentials qualifying you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript if selected for a job offer.
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
DIVISION Office of General Counsel – Charleston County
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SC Department of Social Services
has the right job opportunity for you!
Role Overview The County Attorney II provides professional legal services and representation for assigned county offices, area adoption offices, and the regional Day Care licensing office. The position includes representation in Family Court on issues related to child protection, foster care, adoption, adult protection, and economic services.
Key Responsibilities
Represents the agency in all matters pertaining to emergency or non‑emergency removal of children and vulnerable adults, termination of parental rights, inspection warrants, in‑home protective services, permanency planning, judicial review of children or adults receiving services, and any appeals arising from such actions.
Timely prepares, files, and serves or ensures the timely filing and service of all pleadings, motions, orders, notices, rules, and other court documents related to the agency’s legal actions. Pleadings and proposed orders include all determinations required by state and federal law.
Conducts case staff meetings for the purpose of analyzing the legal status of cases and advising staff on agency legal matters. Prepares cases for court by conducting and responding to discovery, interviewing and preparing witnesses, and reviewing agency documentation and reports from other sources.
Complies with agency policy, state and federal law regarding permanency planning hearings, termination of parental rights, and the provision of notice of legal proceedings to appropriate parties.
Utilizes, or ensures the utilization of, the Legal Case Management System for legal operations and documentation of legal activity in cases.
Maintains a professional network, attends training sessions, reviews legislation, statutory changes, and case law decisions, advises staff about the law, participates in regular agency meetings, and conducts in‑house training for other staff members.
Performs Red Cross shelter duty or other emergency shelter duty/services as directed.
Qualifications A Juris Doctorate Degree or its equivalent from an accredited law school and at least 18 months of experience as a practicing attorney.
Must be a member of the SC BAR.
Experience as a DSS Attorney preferred.
Application Process Resumes can be submitted in lieu of completing the online application, but all supplemental questions are required and must be completed for the application to be considered. This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; however, it shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of the application. If such is submitted, the application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able and willing to drive, transport children and adults, and lift children. Must be able to interact with children and adults in a positive manner. If, by completion and submission of this application, you certify that you possess educational credentials qualifying you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript if selected for a job offer.
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
DIVISION Office of General Counsel – Charleston County
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